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WELCOME TO THE MUSEUMS OF THE DIOCESE OF PEORIA!The Catholic Diocese of Peoria is proud to host two museums: The Diocesan Museum and the Archbishop Fulton Sheen Museum. Both are located in the Spalding Pastoral Center located just north of Downtown Peoria, Illinois.

The Diocesan Museum features yearly exhibits that vividly portray many aspects from the history of the Diocese since its establishment in 1875.

The Archbishop Fulton Sheen Museum features several 'stations' - collections that illustrate the story of Archbishop Sheen's life, work, and the cause for canonization.

The museums are open Monday-Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. If you wish to book a tour, please check the Contact Us page for list of days we are closed for holidays. Our museums are free and operate on your generosity only. To help with carrying out the mission and for the general museum upkeep, please click: DONATE

There are various activities available for the visitors, such as:

Take a detailed guided tour the museum or browse the displays at your pleasure

Watch our best-selling movie Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen - Servant of All about his life and ministry - also available for purchase

Ask about the Sheen Trail

Purchase a souvenir at our religious gift & book shop

Book an engaging speaker about Fulton Sheen for your group's visit

Book in advance a Holy Mass for your group in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel located in the Spalding Pastoral Center

Book an exciting visit of the restored St. Mary Cathedral and explore its beauty inspired by the glorious past